Things You'll Need:
- Motorcycle Gloves
- Motorcycle Jacket
- Motorcycle Pants
- Motorcycle Owner's Manual
- Motorcycle Insurance
- Eye Protection For Motorcycle Riders
- Federally Approved Motorcycle Helmets
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Step 1
Apply both brakes simultaneously to stop abruptly. Grip the front brake, which supplies most of your stopping power, as fully as possible without locking the front wheel. In other words, don't just grab at it; squeeze the lever firmly and steadily.
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Step 2
Release the front brake and reapply it if it starts to lock up. Press down on the rear brake at the same time.
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Step 3
Keep the back brake locked until you're at a complete stop if you start to skid. Even with a locked rear wheel, you can control your bike as long as you're still upright and moving in a straight line.
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Step 4
Be aware that it's hard to keep your motorcycle upright when you have to stop quickly on a curve. In that situation, apply both brakes and ease off on the throttle to reduce your leaning angle. As you slow down, you can apply more brake pressure. Straighten your handlebars in the last few feet of stopping, and your bike should be in balance when it finally comes to a halt.
Comments
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 The best place to learn emergency braking is the MSF course. It's designed to give you all the steps for stopping in a straight line as well as in a curve. In a straight line, apply both brakes as well as downshifting. Downshifting is not the number one priority. The course will also give you exercises on how to stop in a curve. It is better to learn and practice first, before needing the skill on the road.